As the name suggests, Lark & Spur began as a duo in 1984 when Jeff Whiteley on acoustic guitar, and Lori Decker, vocals and mandolin, performed in the streets of Paris, Munich and other European cities. Some of those early performances were recorded by a French radio station and later broadcast. Upon returning to Utah, Lark & Spur added guitarist and vocalist Chris Taylor, later replaced by Gawain Mathews. After another swing through Europe as a trio, the group felt the need for a stronger rhythmic foundation and added Greg Peterson, since replaced by Evan Coombs, on double bass. From that time to the present Lark & Spur, though occasionally performing as a trio or duet, considers the quartet as the basic performance unit. two acoustic guitars, mandolin, bass and three voices. Saxophone /flute is often added, as is a drummer for larger performances or those requiring dancing. The group has returned to Europe regularly over the years, adding new players as required. (See Musicians). Since that first trip, Lark & Spur has performed in Germany, Switzerland, Canada, and appeared on French TV, and French and Swiss radio stations.

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